Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash Wins
Winner
Soft Touch Collars braided leather dog leash in brown

Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash

7.4

Owners of medium to large dogs who want premium leather with a built-in traffic handle

VS
Mighty Paw leather dog leash in brown

Mighty Paw Leather Leash

7.0

Owners who prefer the feel and durability of genuine leather with a padded grip

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash
Mighty Paw Leather Leash
Overall Score
7.4
7.0
Material Strength
9.0
8.5
Hardware Durability
8.5
8.0
Comfort & Ergonomics
8.0
8.5
Reflectivity & Visibility
3.0
3.0
Versatility & Features
7.0
5.0
Value
7.5
7.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash
Mighty Paw Leather Leash
Price
$33
$29

Making Your Decision

Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash logo

When to Choose Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash

Owners of medium to large dogs who want premium leather with a built-in traffic handle

Soft Touch Collars delivers a genuinely premium braided leather leash at a mid-range price — the full-grain leather is among the strongest materials in this comparison, and the built-in traffic handle adds practical versatility that most leather leashes lack. The brass swivel snap prevents tangling under pressure. A leather-lover's leash with real functionality.

Strengths

  • Hand-braided full-grain leather is exceptionally strong and develops character with age
  • Built-in traffic handle near the clip provides close-quarters control
  • Heavy-duty brass hardware with swivel snap prevents tangling

Limitations

  • Braided leather requires regular conditioning to maintain suppleness
  • No reflective elements — strictly a daytime leash
  • Heavier than nylon alternatives at 6 feet of braided leather
Mighty Paw Leather Leash logo

When to Choose Mighty Paw Leather Leash

Owners who prefer the feel and durability of genuine leather with a padded grip

The Mighty Paw Leather Leash offers genuine leather quality at a surprisingly accessible price point — the leather softens beautifully with use and the padded handle is among the most comfortable in this comparison. The complete lack of reflectivity and adjustability limits its versatility, but for daytime walks where material quality and aesthetics matter, it is a strong choice at $29.

Strengths

  • Genuine leather construction softens with use and develops a rich patina over time
  • Padded handle with soft leather lining prevents hand chafing
  • Strong zinc alloy snap clip rated for medium to large dogs

Limitations

  • Leather requires periodic conditioning to prevent cracking
  • No reflective elements — not suitable for nighttime walks without add-ons
  • Single fixed length with no traffic handle or adjustability

Ready to Get Started?

Soft Touch Collars braided leather dog leash in brown

Soft Touch Collars Braided Leather Leash

Score: 7.4
Mighty Paw leather dog leash in brown

Mighty Paw Leather Leash

Score: 7.0